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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Oct 13, 2021.
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Broadband availability
4099
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.41%
2 providers - 95.82%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Forestdale is comparable to the rest of Massachusetts - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Forestdale area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Forestdale residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Forestdale, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Forestdale area, and 95.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Forestdale's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Forestdale
The largest internet providers in Forestdale are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Forestdale.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Forestdale residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Forestdale’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Forestdale residents.
Verizon DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Forestdale covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Forestdale to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Forestdale, $44.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 10 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Forestdale. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Forestdale's providers, 83 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Forestdale covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Forestdale residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Forestdale, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Forestdale, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Forestdale. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Forestdale's providers, 83 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Forestdale covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Forestdale where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Forestdale, $44.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Forestdale, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Forestdale. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Forestdale's providers, 83 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Forestdale?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Forestdale with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Forestdale. The next fastest internet provider in Forestdale is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Forestdale?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Forestdale with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Forestdale, $44.99.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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